The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Oxford
Cheapest price on Sep 29
€36
Average ticket price on Sep 29
€58
Fastest journey on Sep 29
3 h 2 m
Average journey duration on Sep 29
3 h 7 m
Trains on Sep 29
7
Distance
218 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Oxford will cost around €58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.
On Tue, Sep 29, we found 7 trains from Liverpool to Oxford, including 7 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 29 the direct trains cover the 218 km distance in an average of 3 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 2 m .
On Tue, Sep 29 the slowest trains will take 3 h 23 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:12 AM3h02Liverpool11:14 AMOxford€361One-way0 transfers
11:33 AM3h03Liverpool2:36 PMOxford€401One-way0 transfers
8:33 AM3h41Liverpool12:14 PMOxford€501One-way0 transfers
6:33 PM3h40Liverpool10:13 PMOxford€581One-way0 transfers
11:12 AM3h03Liverpool2:15 PMOxford€591One-way0 transfers
9:12 AM3h02Liverpool12:14 PMOxford€601One-way0 transfers
8:12 AM3h02Liverpool11:14 AMOxford€361One-way0 transfers
11:12 AM3h03Liverpool2:15 PMOxford€591One-way0 transfers
11:33 AM3h03Liverpool2:36 PMOxford€401One-way0 transfers
11:13 AM3h23Liverpool2:36 PMOxford€1061One-way0 transfers
Live departures
Liverpool to Oxford train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Oxford trains for today, Monday, September 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C16913+ G01000 | On time 6:08 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h07 | 9:15 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
C16915+ G01176 | On time 6:33 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h08 | 9:41 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
C16917+ G01003 | On time 7:10 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h07 | 10:17 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
C16918+ W29925 | On time 7:33 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h05 | 10:38 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
C16920+ G01005 | On time 8:10 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h04 | 11:14 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
C16923+ G01178 | On time 8:33 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h07 | 11:40 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
C16925+ G01009 | On time 9:12 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h02 | 12:14 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
C16927+ G01180 | On time 9:33 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h06 | 12:39 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
C16929+ G01013 | On time 10:12 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h02 | 1:14 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
C16932+ G01018 | On time 10:33 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h42 | 2:15 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
C16934+ G01018 | On time 11:12 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h03 | 2:15 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
C16936+ G01184 | On time 11:33 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h03 | 2:36 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
W34094+ Tube from London Euston to London Marylebone+ L37673 | On time 11:43 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h47 | 4:30 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
C01288+ Tube from London Euston to London Marylebone+ C29744 | On time 12:08 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h50 | 4:58 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
C16939+ G01022 | On time 12:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h03 | 3:15 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Oxford
Trains from Liverpool to Oxford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €25 but you can travel from only €11 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 21:09. The fastest train covers the 218 km distance in 2h 43m.
Distance 218 km |
Average train duration 2h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 43m |
First train 5:20 AM |
Last train 9:09 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Liverpool to Oxford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to Oxford by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Oxford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Liverpool to Oxford
Most Liverpool to Oxford trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Oxford station pair, with some services arriving at Oxford Parkway. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Oxford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Getting to Liverpool Central from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Central train station facilities and services
Liverpool Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” All platforms can be accessed via lift, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Liverpool James Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool James Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool James Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool James Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool James Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool James Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool James Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Oxford station do trains from Liverpool arrive at?
Getting to Oxford from Oxford city centre
Oxford train station facilities and services
Oxford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oxford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford. ATMs are available at Oxford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oxford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oxford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oxford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Oxford Parkway from Oxford city centre
Oxford Parkway is 5 km from Oxford city centre. Public transport options include:
Oxford Parkway train station facilities and services
Oxford Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oxford Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford Parkway. ATMs are available at Oxford Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oxford Parkway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oxford Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oxford Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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